The Documentary Podcast
A window into our world, through in-depth storytelling from the BBC. Investigating, reporting and uncovering true stories from everywhere. Award-winning journalism, unheard voices, amazing culture and global issues.
From Trump’s new world order, to protests in Turkey, to the headphone revolution, The Documentary investigates major global stories.
We delve into social media, take you into the minds of the world’s most creative people and explore personal approaches to spirituality. Every week, we also bring together people from around the globe to discuss how news stories are affecting their lives.
A new episode most days, all year round. From our BBC World Service teams at: Assignment, Heart and Soul, In the Studio, OS Conversations, The Fifth Floor and Trending.
Select an episode to begin listening to The Documentary Podcast.
In the Studio: Hanna Harris
The Global Jigsaw: The evolution of the Islamic State Group
Alvin Hall's other America
The Fifth Floor: Is Islamic State still a threat?
BBC OS Conversations: National service
The Antarctic Midwinter Broadcast 2024
Ukraine to Korea
Trending: Colombia’s guerrilla recruitment video problem
Assignment: Decolonising Russia